Pine Crest Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Pine Crest Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1929 and is 97 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 47.7% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 1,040 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 940 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 580 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 77 acres |
| Drainage Area | 11 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1929 (97 years old) |
| NID ID | TX00587 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
PINE CREST LAKE INCORPORATED
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Pine Crest Lake Dam?
Pine Crest Lake Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Pine Crest Lake Dam?
Pine Crest Lake Dam is owned by PINE CREST LAKE INCORPORATED (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Pine Crest Lake Dam built?
Pine Crest Lake Dam was completed in 1929, making it 97 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Pine Crest Lake Dam?
Pine Crest Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Pine Crest Lake Dam?
Pine Crest Lake Dam has a dam height of 24 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Pine Crest Lake Dam last inspected?
Pine Crest Lake Dam was last inspected on June 24, 2009. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.